Allison Stein is an artist, author, editor, photographer, TV addict, geek princess, and cat servant — not necessarily in that order. Look for her watercolor and mixed media originals (and prints!) in the art show and her award-winning short fiction with Yard Dog Press and NobleFusion Press. In addition to serving as cat furniture, Allison is a member of SFWA and co-founder of the NobleFusion writers’ collective (established in 1994). A long-time member of Kansas City Science Fiction & Fantasy Society, Allison serves as social media and marketing manager for ConQuesT (ConQuesTKC.org). By day, she writes software documentation that even technophobes can understand. In her free time, Allison hoards art supplies and practices Advanced Google-Fu. | AllisonStein.com | Facebook.com/allison.stein
4:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
“I have created a monster!” Why can’t mad scientists ever figure out that maybe creating an omnipotent computer, or a creature with the strength of ten men, ain't such a great idea (good intentions or not)? What would sf be without the this classic character's hubris?
Moderator: Rhonda Eudaly
Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, Allison Stein, John Scalzi, Pigeon, Rhonda Eudaly, Ted Pennella
Tracks: Film & TV, Writing & Publishing, Science Fiction, Fantasy
10:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
This is a chance for artists and fans to meet in a relaxed setting to talk all things art! Ask questions, share ideas, and socialize. (Hotel side, 2 hours.)
Moderator: Peri Charlifu
Panelists: A. Lee Martinez, Allison Stein, Caleb Masters, Creative Countess, Harold Neal, J.H. Fleming, Jan S. Gephardt, Kimber E Chessmore, Liz Campbell, Lollalotus, Mel White, Melinda LaFevers, Mike Kennedy, Peri Charlifu, Robert Daniels, Scott Zrubek, Sue Sinor, Terry Southard, THE james k burk, Tim Frayser, W. J. Hodgson
Tracks: Art, General Interest, Meetup
3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
The iconic sci-fi television show's 60th anniversary is five months away. We'll share our theories if you'll share yours. Allons-y!
Moderator: Julie Barrett
Panelists: Allison Stein, Julie Barrett, Mel White, Rebecca Jackson, Tim Frayser
Tracks: Film & TV, Science Fiction, Pop Culture & Entertainment
5:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Soonercon’s classic game-show panel. Panelists spin the wheel for wacky plotline components and actor combinations, and create an original Saturday Night SyFy™ feature!
Moderator: Craig Wolf
Panelists: Allison Stein, Craig Wolf, James Hollaman, Julia S. Mandala, Linda Donahue, Rook Riley, Steven E. Wedel
Tracks: Art, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Gaming, Film & TV, Writing & Publishing
2:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
As writers, we often depend on each other for critique. It's not always comfortable or easy to give constructive criticism about someone's pride and joy. Join us to discuss how we, the writing community, can help each other improve our works in a pleasant and constructive way. Writers groups and beta readers welcome!
Moderator: Allison Stein
Panelists: Allison Stein, Craig Wolf, Julia S. Mandala, Sally Hamilton, Tommy B. Smith
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Business & Marketing